You searched for florence - https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/ Wed, 11 Sep 2024 07:40:22 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 Top 4 Family Destinations for Cultural and Outdoor Adventures https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/top-4-family-destinations-for-cultural-and-outdoor-adventures/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/top-4-family-destinations-for-cultural-and-outdoor-adventures/#respond Wed, 11 Sep 2024 07:40:22 +0000 https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/?p=14616 Finding the perfect family destinations that balance cultural immersion with outdoor adventure can be a tall order. Thankfully, Audley Travel, known for its expertise in bespoke travel experiences, has explored data from Tripadvisor to identify four standout destinations that cater to families looking to blend rich cultural experiences with exciting...

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]]> https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/top-4-family-destinations-for-cultural-and-outdoor-adventures/feed/ 0 What to pack for Italy: A guide for American travellers https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/what-to-pack-for-italy-a-guide-for-american-travellers/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/what-to-pack-for-italy-a-guide-for-american-travellers/#respond Thu, 15 Aug 2024 08:24:58 +0000 https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/?p=14558 Italy is one of those bucket list destinations, offering everything from iconic cities and charming villages to stunning coastlines and rolling countryside. If you’re not sure what to pack, here’s a quick guide to help you prepare. Understanding the Italian climate Italy’s climate varies significantly from north to south and...

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]]> https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/what-to-pack-for-italy-a-guide-for-american-travellers/feed/ 0 48 Hours in Florence, Italy – Must See Sights + Top Tips https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/48-hours-in-florence-italy-must-see-sights-top-tips/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/48-hours-in-florence-italy-must-see-sights-top-tips/#comments Fri, 08 Mar 2024 19:54:39 +0000 https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/?p=14137 Florence, nestled in the heart of Italy’s picturesque Tuscany region, needs no real introduction. It is a city that beckons travellers with its unique blend of art, boasting some of the world’s most iconic masterpieces by the likes of Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Botticelli, history, and natural beauty. Renowned...

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]]> https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/48-hours-in-florence-italy-must-see-sights-top-tips/feed/ 1 Top destinations for your 2024 bucket list https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/top-destinations-for-your-2024-bucket-list/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/top-destinations-for-your-2024-bucket-list/#respond Mon, 29 Jan 2024 12:38:16 +0000 https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/?p=14109 Having a bucket list is a great way to document the things you want to see in your lifetime. In fact, a lot of people who make bucket lists like to write down a number of locations that they would love to visit before they die. As more people than...

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]]> https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/top-destinations-for-your-2024-bucket-list/feed/ 0 10 Books set in Siena, Italy https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/10-books-set-in-siena-italy/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/10-books-set-in-siena-italy/#comments Tue, 09 Jan 2024 17:05:30 +0000 https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/?p=14000 Explore the allure of Siena for yourself before traversing its winding pathways firsthand. Delve into a realm of ancient piazzas, meandering streets, and the sprawling vineyards of Tuscany. Immerse yourself in the medieval essence of this renowned city. Discover the treasures of one of Tuscany’s most famed destinations without leaving...

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]]> https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/10-books-set-in-siena-italy/feed/ 2 48 Hours in Siena, Italy – Must See Sights + Top Tips https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/48-hours-in-siena-tuscany-italy/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/48-hours-in-siena-tuscany-italy/#comments Thu, 14 Dec 2023 09:01:55 +0000 https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/?p=13973 The captivating city of Siena, nestled in the heart of Tuscany, Italy, is a medieval masterpiece and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It beckons you with its exquisite architecture and vibrant culture. During a visit here, you can traverse the historic centre’s charming streets, marvel at the iconic Piazza del...

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]]> https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/48-hours-in-siena-tuscany-italy/feed/ 4 La Mormoraia, Tuscany: Where to Experience the Perfect Romantic Getaway https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/la-mormoraia-tuscany-agriturismo/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/la-mormoraia-tuscany-agriturismo/#comments Fri, 26 Nov 2021 11:29:34 +0000 https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/?p=13044 When you think about a romantic weekend in Tuscany, what images come to mind? For me, I envisaged sweeping vineyards as far as the eyes could see. I wanted to be encased in olive trees and hear the birds tweet as the sun sets over the cypress tree line. I...

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]]> https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/la-mormoraia-tuscany-agriturismo/feed/ 3 5 Top Holiday Suggestions Inspired by our Love of Literature https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/5-top-holiday-suggestions-inspired-by-our-love-of-literature/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/5-top-holiday-suggestions-inspired-by-our-love-of-literature/#respond Fri, 08 Oct 2021 10:00:33 +0000 https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/?p=13029 Have you ever wished you could pack your bags and follow in the footsteps of your favourite characters? Wanted to go on an adventure that would see you travel to some of the most enchanting literary destinations in the world? Does your love of literature cause you to constantly dream...

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]]> https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/5-top-holiday-suggestions-inspired-by-our-love-of-literature/feed/ 0 Neither here Nor there (Bill Bryson) https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/neither-here-nor-there/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/neither-here-nor-there/#comments Mon, 27 Jan 2014 20:16:05 +0000 http://travellingbookjunkie.com/?p=1405 Star Rating: ** Pages: 312 First published in 1991 After years of others raving about Bill Bryson and his novels I took the plunge and added a couple of his titles to my Christmas List.  To say I am a little disappointed is probably an understatement.  Other than his occasional...

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]]> https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/neither-here-nor-there/feed/ 8 About Us https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/about-travelling-book-junkie/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/about-travelling-book-junkie/#comments Mon, 10 Jun 2013 18:17:25 +0000 http://unicaesto.wordpress.com/?page_id=1 About Travelling Book Junkie Here at Travelling Book Junkie, we love to travel and have, over many years now, incorporated our love of all things quirky and unusual into our travel style.  That doesn’t mean we don’t want to stay in luxury hotels; it simply means looking for something special...

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